Aastrika Foundation

Promotes ethical and evidence-based maternity care, advocating for respectful treatment, rejecting unnecessary procedures, and empowering women to make informed decisions about their healthcare during childbirth

  • 80G
  • 12A
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About

  • Headquarters

    Bangalore, Karnataka

  • Since

    2019

Aastrika Foundation is dedicated to improving the quality of maternity care. It ensures that expecting mothers receive ethical and evidence-based mate Read morernity care. The organisation advocates for interventions that are supported by evidence and professional guidelines, rejecting unnecessary or harmful procedures. The Foundation envisions a future where every woman is treated with respect and dignity during childbirth, receiving appropriate and timely treatment. Grounded in virtuous principles, it prioritizes the physical, psychological, and emotional well-being of both the mother and the infant. Upholding the rights and needs of expecting women, the organisation endeavours to raise awareness about maternal health through advocacy and impactful partnerships. As passionate advocates, Aastrika Foundation strives to redefine standards, elevate expectations, and empower women to make informed decisions about their healthcare.

Demographies Served

Programs

  • Aastrika Midwifery Centre at Vasavi Hospital

    At Aastrika Midwifery Centre, the well-being of both mother and baby is paramount. Each mother-to-be is treated with respect and attentiveness throughout the entire journey, from pre-delivery to post-delivery. With a focus on minimal medical intervention, the Centre at Vasavi Hospital, Bangalore strives for optimal clinical outcomes while advocating for intervention only when necessary. The ultimate objective is to redefine birthing expectations and establish the Centre as a national benchmark for maternal care practices.

  • Midwifery Programme

    Aastrika Foundation recognizes the significance of midwifery in addressing the maternal care challenge. The organisation focuses on promoting midwifery through education, advocacy, and implementation. Alongside Aastrika Sphere and Aastrika Midwifery Centre, it supports initiatives and organisations working in this field.

  • Aastrika Sphere Programme

    Aastrika Sphere, a digital platform by Aastrika Foundation, is designed to drive systemic change in maternal health. It acts as a hub for sharing best practices, ideas, and solutions, fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders. With a vast e-learning library, it empowers individuals to learn and enables organisations to create top-notch training content. Aastrika Sphere addresses the issue of insufficient High Quality, Respectful Maternity Care through online courses and digital collaborations.

  • COVID 19 Relief Programmes

    During the COVID-19 pandemic, Aastrika Foundation contributed PPE (personal protective equipment) kits to the Government of Karnataka's Health Department. These kits were specifically allocated for use in maternity wards, ensuring the safety of healthcare workers and expectant mothers. This donation aimed to support the ongoing efforts to combat the pandemic and protect the well-being of those involved in maternal care during this challenging time.

Leadership Team

  • Nirmala Narasimmaiah

    Director - Finance & Operations

  • Srinivas Seshadri

    Director - Technology & Strategy

  • Janhavi Nilekani

    Founder & Director

Demographics & Structure

  • No. of Employees

    21-50

M&E

  • Internal, External Assessors

    No

Policies

  • Ethics and Transparency Policies

    No

  • Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy

    No

Political & Religious Declarations

  • On Affiliation if any

    No

  • On Deployment Bias if any

    No

Registration Details

  • PAN Card

    AASCA2671C

  • 12A

    AASCA2671CF20221

  • 80G

    AASCA2671CE20221

  • FCRA

    Not Available

  • CSR Registration Number

    Not Available

Location

  • Headquarters

    147/J, Third Floor, 10th Cross, 12th Main Rd, 3rd Block, Koramangala, Bangalore, 560034

    Directions

Other Details

  • Parent Organisation

    Nilekani Philanthropies Initiative

  • Sister Organisation

    AastarUrmika Health Care Pvt Ltd

  • Type & Sub Type

    Non-profit
    Section 8 (formerly Section 25)

Financial Details

 Income / Expenses
  • 2019-20

    Income
    Rs.827,516
    Expenses
    Rs.11,602,495
    Admin Expenses
    Rs.3,565,038
    Program Expenses
    Rs.8,037,457
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